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Turning Point Offers 10-Week Support Group On 'Taming Depression'

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - 12:09pm
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Turning Point, at 8324 Skokie Boulevard,  is an outpatient mental health center that guides clients' through the most frightenin

Niles West High School Readies For June 11 "Relay For Life of SLMGN"

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, March 4, 2010 - 10:43am
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Niles West High School is gearing up for the June 11th "Relay For Life Of Skokie, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove & Niles." Relay for Life is the country's largest fundraiser and is dedicated to eradicating cancer.  Teams will take turns walking or running around the track.

 

The American Cancer Society program is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.

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Blood Donations Save Lives! Make an Appointment or Stop by the Blood Drive This Saturday.

Submitted by skokie on Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 2:06pm
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Blood donors of all types are needed everyday…..from critically ill patients, accident victims, people needing surgery and those patients suffering chronic diseases such as cancer and leukemia.

Interfaith Housing Center Offers Individual Mortgage Counseling to Strapped Homeowners

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 11:50am
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The Interfaith Housing

Good News, Bad News at the Annual Mental Health Forum in Skokie Library

Submitted by eh re ca on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - 11:13am
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Good News, Bad News at the Annual Mental Health Forum in Skokie Library

At Turning Point's annual Forum, the news was mixed. While every agency in attendance spoke of many fewer dollars available for mental health services, they also detailed the ways they are working more effectively together.

RESPONSE Teens Go "Green" At This Year's Snowball Retreat

Submitted by skokienet on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - 12:08pm
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The theme of this year's RESPONSE's Snowball teen retreat is "going green." Snowball is an annual retreat planned and led by teens that gives you a break from your life and introduces you to new people from all over Chicago and suburbs. With support from Response staff, teens lead a weekend of fun activities like Ultimate Frisbee or Improv. You can also learn new things too! In past years students have explores issues of elf-defense, sexual identity, violence, diversity, and substance abuse prevention. Snowball is held at Camp Henry Horner in Ingleside, IL.

TURNING POINT TOWN HALL MEETING

Submitted by claire on Monday, February 8, 2010 - 2:59pm
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Please join us for the ninth annual

 

Turning Point

Town Hall Meeting

 

To continue the discussion about mental health needs, challenges and opportunities for our community.

 

Representatives from government, funding sources, advocacy groups, and constituents will be featured and all are invited to participate in this important dialogue on

 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2010

10:00 - 11:30am

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Behind in Your Rent? Help is Available!

Submitted by lee on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - 11:28am
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 Cook County received over 4 million dollars for people   

 that are currently behind in rent due to lack of work, or 

 illness. Students are even eligible.

 If you or someone you know is having problems paying

 rent due to loss of job, or illness, or who have become 

 homeless due to the economy or for  the same reasons

 listed, and are residing in Cook County or Hammond,
 contact Gloria Mullins at 312.603.1006 or call Adela Hernandez at

Free Seminar on Income Tax Planning for Seniors

Submitted by lee on Friday, January 29, 2010 - 9:45pm
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Presented by David A. Charous, J.D., C.P.A., LL.M.  

Hosted by SASI/Seniors Action Service

 

Wednesday, February 24

1:00-2:00 pm

At SASI, 1123 Emerson, #200, Evanston

 

Call 847.864.7274

 

Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney

 

Free parking lot and nearby street parking.

SASI is at Emerson & Ridge in the professional building above the retail shops.

 

Refreshments served.

 

David A.

Save the Date! Aging Well Conference

Submitted by lee on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 - 5:51pm
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A conference for older adults, their families, and professionals, which focuses on strategies for successful aging.

For Those Suffering From Mental Illness, A Spiritual Support Group

Submitted by mbuhmann on Monday, January 25, 2010 - 5:48pm
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Explore how we find meaning in our lives, and how your spiritual path helps and guides you throughout your life. Discover what spirituality means to you and how it can help you in coping with a mental illness. Share your story and gain wisdom from hearing others' journeys.

 

This support group meets Fridays beginning Jan. 22nd through Feb. 26th from 11am-12:30pm. at the JCFS, 5150 Golf Road in Skokie.

 

Your Chance to Nominate Your Unsung Hero for Presidential Medal

Submitted by lee on Monday, January 25, 2010 - 11:29am
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President Obama is turning the awarding of the prestigious Presidential Citizens Medal into a collaborative event.  He is inviting us, the American public, to nominate people from our own communities who have been inspiring and have dedicated their lives to serving others.

Haiti Earthquake Relief

Submitted by gainp on Saturday, January 23, 2010 - 10:36am
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St. Paul Lutheran Church & Academy is joining Lutheran Church Charities in their efforts to collect items for Haiti Earthquake Relief.



Supplies accepted till Jan 31st (see specific times and dates below).



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Postal Carrier Watch Program

Submitted by lee on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - 5:55pm
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The Skokie Carrier Watch Program authorizes postal carriers to notify the Human Services Division if a resident's mail has accumulated for more than 24 hours. The resident and/or emergency contact person will be notified. Seniors and persons with disabilities can sign up for this free program by calling 847.933.8208.

Skokie's "Carrier Watch Program" Reassures Seniors, Disabled They'll Be Missed

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 - 12:21pm
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The Village of Skokie Human Services Division invites seniors and persons with disabilities to sign up for the "Carrier Watch" program.

 

Carrier Watch authorizes post carriers to notify the Human Services Division if a resident's mail has not been removed from their mail box after two days. The Human Services Division will notify the senior's designated emergency contact.

 

Volunteer in Honor of Martin Luther King Day!

Submitted by skokie on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - 4:46pm
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Starts New Support Group For Individuals With Mood Disorders & Their Families

Submitted by skokienet on Friday, January 8, 2010 - 2:21pm
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance is starting free support groups for individuals with mood disorders and their families beginning Monday, February 1st, at Evanston Hospital.

"J-Help" Offers Advice To Those In Financial Crisis

Submitted by skokienet on Friday, January 8, 2010 - 1:40pm
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Have you experienced a loss of income in the past year? Are you struggling to pay your mortgage or rent? Are you seeking affordable medical insurance, or having to choose whether to pay for medical costs, food or utility bills?

 

If you are struggling to make financial ends meet due to loss of income, contact a J-Help representative today.

Skokie Among The First 100 Illinois Towns Ready To Be "Safe Haven" to Abandoned Babies

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, December 31, 2009 - 2:08pm
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Congratulations to Skokie public officials!

 

The Save Abandoned Babies Foundation has announced that the Village of Skokie is among the first 100 Illinois towns to comply with a law passed in August 2007 that required hospitals, fire and police stations and sheriff offices to post "safe haven" signs prominently on their exteriors.

 

Illinois Cares RX and RX Plus Prescription Medication Program

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 - 11:24am
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Illinois Cares Rx The Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons Property Tax Relief and Pharmaceutical Assistance Act have created a state program that may give you a refund on property taxes, rent, or nursing home charges. It also can help pay for certain prescription medicines. 

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